2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (314 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C5 | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 314 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |