2001 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 1999 Lincoln Town Car (359 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1999 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X5 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |