1974 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2895 mm |
