1985 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 725 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
