1978 Citroen CX vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
