2007 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2007 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 929 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Navigator | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |