1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |