1986 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1993 Ford Aerostar 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 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3030 mm |
