1976 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
