2012 Lincoln MKS vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 159 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 399 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKS | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | MKS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
