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Ford Explorer (2021) vs. Lincoln MKC (2016) Specs

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2021 Ford Explorer and 2016 Lincoln MKC Specifications

Model Year 2021 2016  
Model Ford Explorer Lincoln MKC  
Engine turbocharged
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@3500
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
285 hp@5500
305 lb-ft@2750
 
Transmission 10-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 119.1 in 105.9 in 13.2 in
Length 198.8 in 179.2 in 19.6 in
Width 78.9 in 73.4 in 5.5 in
Height 69.9 in 65.2 in 4.7 in
Curb Weight 4727 lb. 3989 lb. 738 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.9 gal. 15.5 gal. 2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 39.6 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.8 in 56.0 in 5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 59.2 in 54.4 in 4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 40.8 in 1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.5 in 38.7 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.9 in 55.3 in 6.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 59.1 in 52.8 in 6.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.0 in 36.8 in 2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.9 in 0.0 in 38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 54.6 in 0.0 in 54.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 40.9 in 0.0 in 40.9 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.2 in 0.0 in 32.2 in
Total Legroom 113.5 in (over 3 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 35.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.2 ft3 25.2 ft3 -7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.9 ft3 25.2 22.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 87.8 ft3 53.1 ft3 34.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Lincoln MKC

2016 Lincoln MKC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Seat comfort can be highly subjective, partly because human bodies come in many different shapes and sizes. This said, the MKC's driver seat fit me like a glove from the moment I first sat down. The seat bottom is cushier than most, including those in the Acura and Audi, while the seatback is very well contoured. You'll find more lateral support in the Acura, but the Lincoln's seats offer as much as owners are likely to need in a compact crossover. The view forward from this seat is better than in the Ford Escape, as the MKC's windshield doesn't seem as steeply raked and doesn't have oddly curved, fishbowl-effect lower corners. Also, the top of the Lincoln's instrument panel better disguises its considerable depth. The instrument panels in the Acura and in German competitors require no such artful disguising, as they aren't nearly as deep. To the rear, the MKC's windows are at least as small as the Escape's, and smaller than the Acura's and the Audi's. Luckily the side mirrors are large and blind spot warning is an option. see full Lincoln MKC review
2016 Lincoln MKC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Unfortunately, the Lincoln MKC's key weakness is at least as apparent as any of its strengths once one moves beyond the official specs--likely cheated, per Ford's recent practice--and actually sits in its rear seat. The Escape is tighter than most back there, and the MKC is tighter still. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees come within a couple inches of the front seatbacks. Put a tall driver up front, and I wouldn't fit in back. Nearly all competitors have roomier rear seats. You'll find far more shoulder room and rear knee room in the RDX. Perhaps Lincoln should have stretched the MKC's wheelbase a few inches to expand the rear seat. As is, it's about four inches shorter than the RDX, Q5, and Volvo XC60. A roofline an inch lower than the Escape's might improve the exterior's proportions, but it cuts into interior space. see full Lincoln MKC review
 

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