2008 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Lincoln Navigator.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lincoln Navigator | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Navigator | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |