2006 Acura RSX vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
