1988 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 609 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2005 Mercury Monterey 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. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3070 mm |
