1987 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
