1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
