1997 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic 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 226 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. 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 1997 Honda Civic. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
