1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 220 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | CX | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
