1998 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura 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 9 more horse power than 1998 Acura NSX. (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | NSX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
