2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Navigator | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 128 L | 55 L |
