2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 587 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Patrol | MKS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 72 L |
