2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | CR-V | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
