2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 643 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Escape | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |