2007 Lincoln MKX vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln MKX would be higher. Both 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2013 Lincoln MKS are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
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 MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln MKX | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | MKX | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
