2004 Acura CL vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | CL | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |