2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1482 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Expedition | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
