2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1314 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | Navigator | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2360 mm |