2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
