2008 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 540.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 540 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
