2009 Lincoln MKS vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKS. 2009 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKS | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lincoln | Land Rover |
| Model | MKS | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
