2009 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
