2011 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Civic 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 161 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 832 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2013 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Civic | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | MKX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 2009 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
