2009 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | GS | MKT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
