2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C5 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
