1986 Citroen CX vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | CX | Korando |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |