1988 Citroen CX vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 617 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
