1987 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 21 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 36 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Altea |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
