1976 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
