1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 32 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 260 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 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
