2005 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 927 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 545 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |