2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Acura CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 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 CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (183 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Acura CL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Xsara | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |