2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Tacoma | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
