2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna 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 167 more horse power than 2002 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna. 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 2002 Renault Laguna. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Navigator | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
