1985 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
