2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | C5 | TL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |