1986 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | CX | Q5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2807 mm |