2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Acura RL
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RL (225 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RL weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RL. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2002 Acura RL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C5 | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
