2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKT | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | MKT | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2103 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
