2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Expedition | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
