2013 Lincoln MKT vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2013 Lincoln MKT and 2013 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 893 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3. 2013 Lincoln MKT has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Lincoln MKT | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | MKT | 3 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2177 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
