2004 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura MDX | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | MDX | Xsara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |