2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
| Model | Murano | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
