1988 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 11 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 90 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1999 Peugeot 607 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. 1999 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 607 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
