2005 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS

To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 630 2006 Lincoln LS
Make BMW Lincoln
Model 630 LS
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3933 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1711 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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