1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 2 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 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
