2001 Acura EL vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
