2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navigator | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |