2008 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | M3 | Navigator |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |