2005 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 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 TSX (225 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TSX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
