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Lincoln Navigator L vs. Volvo XC90 Review

How the Lincoln Navigator L stacks up against the Volvo XC90 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Lincoln Navigator L
Price Range: $56,120 - $59,465
2010 Volvo XC90
Price Range: $37,000 - $47,550
Lincoln Navigator L vs. Volvo XC90 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Volvo is markedly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Lincoln Navigator L. Regarding MSRP, the Volvo XC90 costs markedly less than the Navigator L.

Utility
The Lincoln Navigator L is a better choice than the Volvo XC90 when it comes to hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or large pets. Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Lincoln Navigator L over the Volvo XC90. Towing is considerably more the Lincoln's forte than it is the XC90's.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the XC90 offers a bit more head room than the Lincoln Navigator L, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Lincoln Navigator L make it quite a bit more spacious for your passengers than the Volvo.

Dimensions
The Navigator L is likely to feel a little slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Volvo XC90. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Lincoln Navigator L than the Volvo because of its larger tank. The Volvo XC90 fits in smaller parking spaces than the Lincoln Navigator L. The Volvo XC90's shorter wheelbase will give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. However, the Lincoln Navigator L is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Performance
The Lincoln Navigator L is likely to feel somewhat sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Volvo XC90.

Handling
The Lincoln Navigator L and the Volvo XC90 have roughly comparable tires. With its tighter turning radius, the Volvo is doubtless sprier than the Lincoln Navigator L, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Lincoln Navigator L's engine is considerably more massive than the XC90's. Remember that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Lincoln Navigator L is considerably more powerful than the Volvo.

Overview
The XC90 and the Navigator L have the same basic warranty.

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