2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 492 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 166 2008 Lincoln Navigator
Make Alfa Romeo Lincoln
Model 166 Navigator
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 496 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2042 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 106 L


 

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