2008 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX. 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 NSX. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
