2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Colorado | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 128 L |
