2004 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
