2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. 2013 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
