2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 889 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Colorado | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |