2012 Nissan NV vs. 2013 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan NV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan NV would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 669 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKX. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | NV | MKX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
