2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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 175 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 376 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. 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) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Equinox | MKS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |