2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKT. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | MKT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
