2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 141 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1356 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 79 L |
