2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Element | MKT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
