2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X3 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 114 L |
