1988 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 21 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, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 17 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2009 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | CX | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
