2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 157 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Durango | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 496 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |