1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
