2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1078 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
