2006 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | C 15 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |