2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Trans Sport | MKX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
