2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 797 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C5 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
