1976 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 382 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |