2007 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lincoln MKZ 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Lincoln Toyota
Model MKZ Land Cruiser
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3494 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 96 L


 

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