2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS

To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C6 2013 Lincoln MKS
Make Citroen Lincoln
Model C6 MKS
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 2036 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5222 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2172 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1565 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2868 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 72 L


 

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