1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
