1988 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
