1988 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 252 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.
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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
