2011 Lincoln MKS vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKS. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKS. 2011 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKS | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | MKS | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
