2008 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln MKZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln MKZ would be higher. 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln MKZ | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Lincoln | Honda |
| Model | MKZ | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
