2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 95 L |
