1986 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 954 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
