2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
