2005 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 501 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 740 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
