2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (343 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Crown Victoria | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
