2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord 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 125 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Accord | MKZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |