2003 Acura CL vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | CL | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1325 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
