2012 Lincoln MKX vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKX and 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 2012 Lincoln MKX has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | MKX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4742 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
