2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
Model | Highlander | MKT |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |