2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln MKX would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4007 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
