1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lincoln |
| Model | Trans Sport | MKX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
