2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 186 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Focus | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2042 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |