2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 139 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4. 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) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lincoln Navigator 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Lincoln Toyota
Model Navigator RAV4
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 224 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2719 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 56 L


 

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