2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | Civic | MKZ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2116 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |