2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Optra and 2008 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 867 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Optra 2008 Lincoln Navigator
Make Chevrolet Lincoln
Model Optra Navigator
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 496 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2042 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 106 L