2004 Acura TL vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
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 TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
