2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 231 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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 2008 Fiat Idea. 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea. 2008 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Idea | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 127 L |
