1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 577 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
