2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 1991 Lincoln Town Car 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C5 | Town Car |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |