| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKX | Ford Fusion | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6500 280 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 107.4 in | 3.8 in |
| Length | 186.7 in | 190.6 in | -3.9 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 72.2 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 56.9 in | 10.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4548 lb. | 3638 lb. | 910 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 57.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 56.5 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.1 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 52.1 ft3 |
| 2012 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 |
| 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 |