2009 Acura TL vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 604 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | TL | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |