1985 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 257 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
