2012 Lincoln MKS vs. 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKS and 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 713 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV 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 Mitsubishi i-MiEV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKS | 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MKS | i-MiEV |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 3678 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 2.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 1.9 L/100km |
