2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Navigator | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
