2007 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln MKZ | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MKZ | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
