2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1501 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
