2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
