2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | Navigator | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 100 L |