1988 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1988 Citroen CX and 1988 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |