2012 Lincoln MKS vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 693 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKS | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | MKS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
