2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
