1986 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
