Lincoln Navigator L vs. GMC Yukon XL 1500 Review

Utility
The Yukon XL 1500 and the Lincoln Navigator L can accommodate the same number of passengers. There's no clear winner between the Lincoln Navigator L and the GMC Yukon XL 1500 with respect to hauling capacity. The Lincoln Navigator L outpulls the GMC Yukon XL 1500 by a sizeable margin.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Yukon XL 1500 packs quite a wallop and will knock the Navigator L down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. With that kind of horsepower, both the GMC Yukon XL 1500 and the Navigator L are true sportscars.

Dimensions
The Navigator L is significantly more bulky than the Yukon XL 1500. The GMC Yukon XL 1500's tank is approximately the same size as the Lincoln Navigator L's, though the Lincoln Navigator L's is somewhat larger. The Navigator L and the GMC Yukon XL 1500 compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Lincoln to the dealership as the GMC Yukon XL 1500. As far as MSRP, the Lincoln Navigator L costs considerably more than the GMC Yukon XL 1500.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Yukon XL 1500 and the Navigator L quite certainly handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Yukon XL 1500 and the Navigator L have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Navigator L. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Lincoln Navigator L isn't much more powerful than the GMC Yukon XL 1500.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the GMC Yukon XL 1500 offers a bit more head room than the Lincoln Navigator L, there really isn't much of a difference. The Lincoln Navigator L is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the GMC Yukon XL 1500.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Yukon XL 1500 isn't quite as generous as the Navigator L's.