2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
