1984 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 942 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Touareg |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |