2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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 (440 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X5 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |