1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 631 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | Xsara | LS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |