2009 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKX | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | MKX | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
