2009 Lincoln MKS vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln MKS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln MKS would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln MKS | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
Model | MKS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |