1975 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 35 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | CX | Vue |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
