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Lincoln Zephyr vs. Acura RL Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Lincoln Zephyr and Acura RL features right here.

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Features Comparison: Lincoln Zephyr vs. Acura RL

  

Model Year 2006 2012
Model Zephyr RL
Trim Base Base
Engines  
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800
 3.0L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>221 hp@6250 <br>205 lb-ft@4800 is a standard feature.  
3.7L V6
OHC-4v
303 hp@6300
273 lb-ft@5000
   3.7L V6<br>OHC-4v<br>303 hp@6300 <br>273 lb-ft@5000 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed automatic 6-speed automatic is a standard feature.  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature.  
AWD   AWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
225/50VR17 tires 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature.  
245/45VR18 tires   245/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 6 speakers Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.  
THX-certified, 700W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) THX-certified, 700W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.  
Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)   Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Active noise reductionCancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.     Active noise reduction is a standard feature.
Adaptive cruise controlAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.     Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature.  
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.   Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.  
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.     Proximity key is a standard feature.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.     Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.     Sunshades, second row is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.     Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.     Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.     Brake assist is a standard feature.
Daytime running lights (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.     Forward collision warning is an optional feature.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.     Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat     Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.     Rearview camera is an optional feature.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).     Stability control is a standard feature.
Temporary spare tire   Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.     Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
Cargo Management  
Cargo net   Cargo net is a standard feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.   Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.  
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.     Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.     Rear air vents is a standard feature.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Drivetrain  
Active rear differentialActively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.     Active rear differential is a standard feature.
Exterior  
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.     Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Sunroof Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is a standard feature.
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.     Aux input is a standard feature.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.     Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.     DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.  
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.     Satellite radio is a standard feature.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.     Traffic + travel information is an optional feature.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.     USB port is a standard feature.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.     Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Analog clock Analog clock is a standard feature.  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is a standard feature.  
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.     Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.     Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.  
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.     Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.     Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Turn signals on or near mirrors   Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 3-person bench   Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.  
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature.  
Heated front seats Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Leather door panel trim   Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel    
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power-folding headrests, second row seatsFold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.     Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is an optional feature.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.   Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
All-season tires   All-season tires is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels   Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.      
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau   Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature.  
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.     Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.

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Option Package Contents

Advance Package

Features
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial
Forward collision warning
Wood trim
Adaptive cruise control
Power-folding mirrors

Technology Package

Features
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
Obstacle detection, rear
Rearview camera
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic + travel information
Navigation system
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Steering-linked headlights
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
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YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
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