1997 Honda NSX 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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX. 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 NSX. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
