2011 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lincoln MKX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lincoln MKX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKX | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | BMW |
| Model | MKX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4742 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
