2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Titan | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
