2011 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES 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. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus ES | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | ES | MKS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 268 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
