1988 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 7 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 806 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
