1976 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 57 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Touran |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |