1987 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
