1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 607.
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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 607 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
