2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | X3 | MKT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
