1987 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 80 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
