2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 897 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | LS | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 106 L |
