1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 30 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
