1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 29 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 246 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Carens |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |