1980 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | CX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
