2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 127 L |
