2009 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lincoln MKX | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
Model | MKX | Veracruz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2804 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |