2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 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 211 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 837 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2042 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
