2007 Lincoln MKX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lincoln MKX | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
Model | MKX | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |