2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Touareg | MKX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
