2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 211 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 697 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 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 Galaxy. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Galaxy | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |