2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | MDX | MKS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
