2013 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2013 Lincoln Navigator and 2013 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2013 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Navigator | 3 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2723 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5293 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2332 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1988 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |