1988 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX.
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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
