2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Taurus X | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
