1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 276 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.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
