2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1319 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2013 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lincoln |
| Model | Defender | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
