2011 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C6 | 2012 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | C6 | MKX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4742 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
