2011 Lincoln MKS vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lincoln MKT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lincoln MKT would be higher. Both 2011 Lincoln MKS and 2010 Lincoln MKT are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 158 kg more than 2011 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 MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lincoln MKS | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | MKS | MKT |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 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 Weight | 1883 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |