2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. Both 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2006 Lincoln Navigator are equipped with a 5,408 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Navigator | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
