1975 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | CX | Avensis |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |