2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 873 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |