1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 326 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
