1988 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
