2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navigator | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
