2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln Navigator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | Navigator | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 61 L |
