2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 2011 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | DTS | MKT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
