2003 Acura CL vs. 2007 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2007 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | CL | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
