1976 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
