Lincoln MKC (2016) vs. Ford Fusion (2011) Specs

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2016 Lincoln MKC and 2011 Ford Fusion Specifications

Model Year	2016	2011
Model	Lincoln MKC	Ford Fusion
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 285 hp@5500 305 lb-ft@2750	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.9 in	107.4 in	-1.5 in
Length	179.2 in	190.6 in	-11.4 in
Width	73.4 in	72.2 in	1.2 in
Height	65.2 in	56.9 in	8.3 in
Curb Weight	3989 lb.	3638 lb.	351 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.5 gal.	17.5 gal.	-2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.6 in	38.7 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.0 in	57.4 in	-1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.4 in	54.0 in	0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.8 in	42.3 in	-1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	37.8 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	56.5 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.8 in	53.3 in	-0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	37.1 in	-0.3 in
Total Legroom	77.6 in (over 2 rows)	79.4 in (over 2 rows)	-1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	25.2 ft³	16.5 ft³	8.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	53.1 ft³	16.5 ft³	36.6 ft³

2016 Lincoln MKC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
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
Year	Comment
	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

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Lincoln MKC.

2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review
2010	4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review
2010	4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD	Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review

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