1985 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
