2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX. 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 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C8 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
