2011 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln Navigator | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Navigator | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5672 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1984 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 59 L |
