2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Navigator | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
