2010 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 1 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. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2010 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura TSX | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TSX | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
