1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
Model | Continental | C6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |