2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 632 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 84 L |
