2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1667 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
