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. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 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 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2355 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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