1988 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 14 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
