2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2010 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
Model | Defender | Navigator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 2637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |