1996 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 969 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | Continental | Navigator |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |