2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 241 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1859 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Panda | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |
