2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 828 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saab |
| Model | Navigator | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
