| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKX | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6500 280 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 106.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Length | 186.7 in | 186.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 72.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 66.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4548 lb. | 4090 lb. | 458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 57.9 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.5 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 36.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -16.1 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 |
| 2009 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 |