Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4800 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,841 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,725 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 85 L | -19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 983 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,354 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 937 mm | 5 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 385 L | 82 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.5 | 1,243 L | 15.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.5 | 2,370 L | 14.5 |
2012 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 |
2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Fusion. In the 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 |
2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |