2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera 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 199 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. 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 1999 Nissan Primera. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
