2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 335 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
