2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C8 | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |