2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1401 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 2005 Renault Clio. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Navigator | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 48 L |
