2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2009 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X3 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
