1988 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 9 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
