1988 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 23 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, 2011 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 383 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.
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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Carens |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
