2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 828 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
