2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKT and 2012 Lincoln Navigator were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 639 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKT. (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKT.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lincoln MKT | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
Model | MKT | Navigator |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2103 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 127 L |