1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage 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. Both 1987 Citroen CX and 2004 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |