2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 534 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 95 L |
