Chrysler 300 vs. Lincoln MKZ

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler 300 and Lincoln MKZ contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chrysler 300 and the Lincoln MKZ.

In comparing the Chrysler 300's and the Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler 300's and the Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 is a better car than the Lincoln MKZ.

Pricing: A used 2020 Chrysler 300 ranges from $15,693 to $28,063 while a used 2020 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $17,296 to $32,998.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chrysler 300 loses 52.7 percent of its value and the Lincoln MKZ loses 54.2 percent of its value. This means the Chrysler 300 retains 1.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.4 out of 10 while the Lincoln MKZ's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.5 out of 10. For the Lincoln MKZ the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln MKZ a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chrysler 300.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chrysler 300’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 245 horsepower. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles.This gives the Lincoln MKZ the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chrysler 300 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler 300 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lincoln MKZ has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.