2013 Acura TL vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
When we compare the 2013 Acura TL's and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Acura TL has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2013 Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Acura TL's and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2013 Acura TL vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ Pricing
A used 2013 Acura TL ranges from $8,998 to $19,705 while a used 2013 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $7,999 to $18,085.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Acura TL’s base engine makes 280 horsepower, and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 240 horsepower. The TL is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. This gives the 2013 Lincoln MKZ the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2013 Acura TL. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2013 Acura TL has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2013 Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2013 Lincoln MKZ has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8998 - 19705
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7999 - 18085
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.53575
Acura TL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln MKZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.65793 / 10
Reliability:
8.473792 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TL Rankings
Not yet available
Lincoln MKZ Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Acura TL Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Advance, w/SE, w/Tech
2013 Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
194 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3719 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18