Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Lincoln to the dealership as the Lexus RX 350.
As far as fuel economy, the Lexus RX 350 bests the Lincoln MKX.
The Lexus RX 350 won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Lincoln MKX.
In terms of MSRP, the Lincoln MKX costs roughly as much as the Lexus RX 350 (though the Lexus RX 350 is a little cheaper).
Utility
Neither the Lexus RX 350 nor the Lincoln MKX has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.
Convenience
You most certainly won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Lincoln MKX than with the RX 350, because both offer similar ranges.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the Lincoln MKX offers a bit more head room than the Lexus RX 350, there honestly isn't much of a difference.
The Lincoln MKX provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Lexus RX 350 does.
Dimensions
The Lexus RX 350's tank is almost the same size as the Lincoln's, though the MKX's is slightly bigger.
The Lincoln MKX and the Lexus RX 350 compete for the same parking spaces.
Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Lincoln MKX and the Lexus definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The RX 350 and the Lincoln have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Lincoln.
The Lincoln MKX has no lessons to learn when it comes to torque from the Lexus RX 350.
Warranty
The Lincoln MKX and the Lexus have the same basic warranty.