2009 BMW 125 vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 125 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
