2000 Ford Contour 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 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. 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 Ford Contour. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Contour | Navigator |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |