1999 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | MKT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
