2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 550 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
