2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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 RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
