2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 311 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Captiva | MKT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
