2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Caliber and 2010 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2010 Lincoln MKZ (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2010 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Caliber | MKZ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |