2005 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
