2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 606 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. 2008 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Mustang | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
