2008 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD

To start off, both 2008 Lincoln MKZ and 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD 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, both vehicles can yield 263 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD.

Because 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lincoln MKZ . In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD 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, both vehicles can yield 338 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lincoln MKZ 2008 Lincoln MKZ AWD
Make Lincoln Lincoln
Model MKZ MKZ
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2355 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 66 L


 

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