2009 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKZ | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | MKZ | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
