1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 292 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
