1975 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 266 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
