Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 270 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 99.4 in | 12.8 in |
Length | 194.1 in | 176.6 in | 17.5 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 68.3 in | 5.1 in |
Height | 58.2 in | 65.0 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4002 lb. | 3350 lb. | 652 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 39.8 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 53.5 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 51.6 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.6 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.7 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 53.6 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 51.6 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 33.7 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -16.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | -42.3 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review |