2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 147 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 60 L |
