2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 876 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
