1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 406 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.
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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
