2012 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lincoln Navigator | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | Navigator | 520 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2742 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5672 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1984 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |