2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Navigator | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
