1988 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
