1988 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2001 Mahindra Commander is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 2001 Mahindra Commander 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2001 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | CX | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
