2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
