2007 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. 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, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln MKZ | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | MKZ | Flex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
