2008 Acura TL vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
