2007 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 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), 2007 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lincoln MKZ | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | MKZ | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
