2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 577 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 55 L |