1987 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 324 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | CX | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |