2008 Acura RL vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | RL | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
