2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Edge | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
