2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS

To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2010 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2010 Lincoln MKS
Make Honda Lincoln
Model Civic MKS
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1666 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1167 kg 1883 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5184 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1565 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2868 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 76 L


 

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