2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Quest | MKX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
