2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TL | MKS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2868 mm |
