2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element 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 135 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. 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 Honda Element. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Element | MKS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |