2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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 (495 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 73 L |
