1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
