1974 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 556 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |