2001 Acura EL vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
