2009 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln MKZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln MKZ would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 435 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln MKZ | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Lincoln | BMW |
Model | MKZ | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |