2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 334 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. 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 2003 Peugeot 306. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Navigator | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
