1988 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 160 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
