2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 812 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | Z3 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 106 L |
