2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Navigator | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 63 L |
