2007 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | RDX | MKT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
