2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (296 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 441 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Titan | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
