2009 Acura RL vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2009 Acura RL and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2009 Citroen C-Crosser | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RL | C-Crosser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |