2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Titan | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
Model | Titan | MKS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |