2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
