2006 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2006 Acura MDX and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura MDX 2006 Citroen Xsara
Make Acura Citroen
Model MDX Xsara
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1401 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 55 L


 

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