Lift the hood of the 2007 Lincoln MKZ and you’ll find a smooth-revving 3.5-liter V6 engine with 263 horsepower at 6,250 rpm and 249 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,500 rpm, and a six-speed automatic transmission. It’s among the more powerful engines in this class, and doesn’t require premium fuel. The MKZ is available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations. According to Ford, the all-wheel drive is a capable of detecting and compensating for traction loss before the driver notices. Four-wheel-disc brakes with anti-lock control and electronic brake force distribution handle halting duties, and traction control is standard. The low-profile 255/50R-17 tires on 17-inch alloy wheels take advantage of an independent suspension with spring and damper rates revised for 2007 for better handling.