2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 979 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 | 2007 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X3 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |