2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 153 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKT | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | MKT | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2103 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 3270 mm |
