2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 985 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Corvette | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |
