2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Kia | Lincoln |
| Model | Sportage | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
