2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 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 (388 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 318 | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |