2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 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 127 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Rover |
| Model | Navigator | 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
