2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Lincoln Zephyr were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 525 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
