2005 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 128 L |
