1978 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2005 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
