2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 852 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Navigator | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2590 mm |