2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C5 | EL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
