2002 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 587 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 318 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
