2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | 156 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
