2007 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 954 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 2007 Lexus IS. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus IS 2006 Lincoln Navigator
Make Lexus Lincoln
Model IS Navigator
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 5406 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 2719 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 106 L


 

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