2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 330 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
