2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2009 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | TL | MKS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |