Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Lincoln MKX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6500 280 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 111.2 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 186.7 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 76.0 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 67.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4090 lb. | 4548 lb. | -458 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 58.9 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.4 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 40.7 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.7 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.2 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.6 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2011 Lincoln MKX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated AND cooled front seats see full Lincoln MKX review |