2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Commander | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Commander | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
