2005 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. Both 2005 Nissan Murano and 2010 Lincoln MKZ are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Murano | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
