2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navigator | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
