1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |