2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2005 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
