1988 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1200 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |
