2010 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X6 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
