1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 899 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Navara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
