2000 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1218 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
