2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Lincoln Navigator and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
