1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Lincoln | Holden |
| Model | Navigator | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
