2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2012 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Civic | MKZ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |