1987 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
