2012 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKX and 2012 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 746 kg more than 2012 Renault Clio. 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 MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio. 2012 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKX | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | MKX | Clio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4742 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
