2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 669 kg more than 2012 BMW 550.
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 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Navigator | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |