2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
