2007 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lincoln MKZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lincoln MKZ would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln MKZ | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | MKZ | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |