Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 270 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 119.0 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 194.1 in | 206.5 in | -12.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 78.8 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 58.2 in | 77.2 in | -19 in |
Curb Weight | 3829 lb. | 5549 lb. | -1720 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -11.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 39.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 63.2 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.3 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.8 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 63.7 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 59.9 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.1 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 55.0 ft3 | -39.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -92.9 ft3 |
2014 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
2014 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Ford Fusion. In the Lincoln MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ.
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |