2004 Acura CL vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2004 Acura CL and 2004 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 497 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | CL | C2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
