2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2013 Acura ILX are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C5 | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
