2004 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 318 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
