2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Ram | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 106 L |
