2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 274 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Tahoe | MKS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
