1985 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 674 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.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Carnival |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2902 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 | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |