2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Silverado | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
