2000 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1311 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 323 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
