1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 291 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3020 mm |
