2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 Acura TL.
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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | C8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
