1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 809 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
