2009 Lincoln MKS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKS.
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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | MKS | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
