2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Dodge Durango. 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 2011 Dodge Durango. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | Navigator | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |
