2008 Lincoln MKX vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKX | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | MKX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
