1986 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
