2005 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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 (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | C1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |