2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | Routan | MKX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2038 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 2222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
