2009 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Edge | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| 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 | 261 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
