2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
