2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Porsche | Lincoln |
| Model | 911 | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
