2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 330 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
