2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 177 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
Model | Town & Country | MKZ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |