2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2009 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Civic | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
