2006 Lincoln LS vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 588 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
| Model | LS | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
