2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2012 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Ducato | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
