2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln Mark LT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | X3 | Mark LT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 114 L |