1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
