2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 360 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-150 | MKT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 70 L |
