2003 Acura EL vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. 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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | EL | C5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |