| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 101.1 in | 6.3 in |
| Length | 190.5 in | 157.4 in | 33.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 68.0 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3533 lb. | 3010 lb. | 523 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 51.2 in | 5.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 49.6 in | 6.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 32.3 in | 4.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 40.7 ft3 | -24.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mini Hardtop.