2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | MKT |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
