2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 224 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Camaro | MKS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |