2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 854 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2007 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 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 640 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Navigator | 640 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
