2009 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | BMW | Lincoln |
Model | 525 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 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 | 1495 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |