2013 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, both 2013 Lincoln MKZ and 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKZ. (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Lincoln MKZ | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | MKZ | MKS |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2116 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
