2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 723 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Charger | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
