2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Pilot | MKZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2116 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |