2010 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 381 kg more than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jeep |
| Model | Navigator | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2741 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5672 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1989 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 93 L |
