1980 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,721 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
