2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Lincoln Navigator and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 573 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navigator | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |