2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKX. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe 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 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX, 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKX. 2012 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati Coupe | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Maserati | Lincoln |
Model | Coupe | MKX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |