2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. 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 162 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 782 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | Levante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2042 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
