2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
