1984 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 22 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
