2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 808 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Lincoln | Ford |
Model | Navigator | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |