Acura vs. Lincoln
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Acura and Lincoln contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Acura and Lincoln cars.
When comparing the Acura brand to the Lincoln brand, Acura has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, horsepower, retained value and variety of models offered. Lincoln has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, towing capacity and safety.
Acura versus Lincoln: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Acura versus Lincoln pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Lincoln in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Acura and Lincoln both also have lower used vehicle starting prices in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Acura models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Acura versus Lincoln: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Acura vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Lincoln offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 2 comparisons.
Acura versus Lincoln: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Lincoln has better safety ratings in 1 out of 2 comparisons. Acura and Lincoln tie for safety in 1 comparisons. Acura shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Acura offers 3 SUVs, 1 sedan, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Lincoln offers only 8 SUVs.
Drivetrain Options: Acura offers 4 gasoline vehicles and 1 electric vehicle. Lincoln offers 5 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids.
Acura offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Lincoln offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Acura RDX
$45,700 - $56,095
Acura MDX
$52,942 - $75,293
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
$40,385 - $54,349
Lincoln Nautilus
$51,249 - $77,631
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Acura RDX
$42,582 - $55,604
Acura MDX
$46,868 - $68,998
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
$38,514 - $54,039
Lincoln Nautilus
$51,735 - $76,395
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Acura RDX
46.4%
Acura MDX
51.5%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
50.3%
Lincoln Nautilus
54.5%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Acura RDX
272 hp / 280 foot-lbs
Acura MDX
290 hp / 267 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
250 hp / 275 foot-lbs
Lincoln Nautilus
250 hp / 275 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Acura RDX
21 / 27 / 23
Acura MDX
19 / 26 / 22
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
Not Yet Available
Lincoln Nautilus
Not Yet Available
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Acura RDX
1500 lbs
Acura MDX
5000 lbs
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
3000 lbs
Lincoln Nautilus
1750 lbs
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Acura RDX
8.4 / 10
Acura MDX
8.9 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
Not available
Lincoln Nautilus
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Acura RDX
8.5 / 10
Acura MDX
9.3 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
Not available
Lincoln Nautilus
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Acura RDX
9.0 / 10
Acura MDX
10 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
10 / 10
Lincoln Nautilus
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Acura RDX
7.6 / 10
Acura MDX
7.3 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Lincoln Corsair
7.4 / 10
Lincoln Nautilus
7.1 / 10