1984 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 811 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Carnival |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |