1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lincoln |
| Model | E420 | MKS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
