2001 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. 2001 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
