2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2006 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | STS | MKT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
