2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Malibu | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
