1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 151 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Mariner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |