2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 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), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |
