2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 889 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2011 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 525 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 525 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1750 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |