2013 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Sonata and 2013 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 254 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Sonata | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2795 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
