2003 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 944 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
