2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C5 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
