2011 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1492 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | Navigator | Insight |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5672 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1984 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 40 L |
