2008 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Lincoln MKZ and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 536 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKZ | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | MKZ | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |
