2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 582 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Jazz | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
