2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 525 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
