1984 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 48 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |