1987 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
