2009 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS 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 97 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | IS | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
