2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | STS | MKT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
