2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TL | MKX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
