2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Villager 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 151 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 919 kg more than 1995 Mercury Villager. 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 1995 Mercury Villager. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Navigator | Villager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
