2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 104 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1312 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 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 2001 Mercury Cougar. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Navigator | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
