2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, both 2008 Lincoln Navigator and 2008 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 461 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Navigator | 545 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |