2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick LaCrosse 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 39 more horse power than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2000 Buick LaCrosse. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick LaCrosse. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | LaCrosse | Navigator |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3020 mm |