2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Navigator | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 60 L |