1983 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 405 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
