1975 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
