2004 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Intrepid | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
