2013 Hyundai Veloster vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 485 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKZ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 2013 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Hyundai Veloster | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lincoln |
| Model | Veloster | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1805 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1399 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
