1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 256 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2007 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | CX | Altea |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |