2010 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 442 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | IS | MKX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
