2006 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 642 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 320 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |