1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 22 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |