2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 135 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |
