2009 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 696 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | IS | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 128 L |
