2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | C2 | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |