2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | C1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
