1985 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 28 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 720 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | CX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2895 mm |