2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M3 | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M3 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |