1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
