2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 939 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 2010 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C5 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
