2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 166 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Tacoma | MKS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
