2008 Lincoln MKX vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln MKX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKX | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | MKX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
