2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Navigator | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
