2011 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2011 Lincoln MKZ and 2011 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKZ | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | MKZ | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
