1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 758 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.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
