1986 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2920 mm |
