2011 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5293 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1989 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
