1985 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 21 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, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Leon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |