2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 90 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
