2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Town Car 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 Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, 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 Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C2 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |
