2009 Lincoln MKX vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln MKX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln MKX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKX | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | MKX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
