2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKX (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 496 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKX (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2013 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | CC | MKX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 2222 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
