2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Lincoln Continental.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | C5 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |