1988 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 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 1 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 152 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | CX | 407 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |