1986 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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. Both 1986 Citroen CX and 2009 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 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 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | CX | Forester |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |