2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 452 kg more 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, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2011 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. 2011 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Accord | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
