1988 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 15 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2003 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
