1986 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 476 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Pod |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
