2006 Acura RL vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2010 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | RL | MKT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
