1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 682 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | Xantia | MKS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |