2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Navigator | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |
