2007 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 664 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 545 2012 Lincoln Navigator
Make BMW Lincoln
Model 545 Navigator
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 2639 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5293 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1989 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 106 L


 

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