2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C6 and 2008 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2008 Lincoln MKZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C6 | MKZ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |