2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 325 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
