2010 Lincoln MKS vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lincoln MKS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lincoln MKS would be higher. Both 2010 Lincoln MKS and 2011 Lincoln MKX are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lincoln MKS | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | MKS | MKX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 Length | 5184 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
