2010 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2010 Lincoln MKZ and 2010 Volvo S80 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKZ.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lincoln MKZ | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
Model | MKZ | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |