1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | CX | 9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
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 | 159 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 |