2008 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2008 Peugeot 207

To start off, both 2008 Lincoln MKZ and 2008 Peugeot 207 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, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.

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, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lincoln MKZ 2008 Peugeot 207
Make Lincoln Peugeot
Model MKZ 207
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 263 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 50 L


 

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