2001 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 956 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2013 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | MKS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
