2005 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 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 162 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 320 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |