2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Colorado | MKX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
