1974 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
