1979 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
