2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Lincoln MKX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mondeo | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
