1979 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 895 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | CX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 92 L |
