2012 Acura ZDX vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 884 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Acura ZDX | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | ZDX | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2007 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |