2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X5 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
