2007 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2007 Acura RDX and 2007 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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 RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 2007 Citroen Xsara
Make Acura Citroen
Model RDX Xsara
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2550 mm


 

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