2007 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura MDX | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | MDX | Xsara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |