1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
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 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | CX | Touran |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |