2011 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 201 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 2011 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKX | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | MKX | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4742 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
