2001 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2001 Acura RSX and 2001 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Acura RSX | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | Xsara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |