1984 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 286 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
