2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1439 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Navigator | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2470 mm |
