2012 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, both 2012 Lexus IS and 2012 Lincoln MKX were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS. 2012 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2012 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2012 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Lexus IS | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
Model | IS | MKX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4633 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |