1975 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 249 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
