2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX 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 MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 255 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 MKX (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKX 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 MKX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C5 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
