1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 476 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
