2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 133 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 914 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |