2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 832 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 530 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |