1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Ikon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |