2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X5 | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |