1987 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
