2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2007 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | MKX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
