2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 577 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Navigator | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 51 L |
