2006 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 22 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1252 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 Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
