2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Equinox | MKZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |