2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Navigator | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
