1997 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 318 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
