2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 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, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 636 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Acura |
| Model | Navigator | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
