1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 682 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Xsara | TL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
