1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 130 kg more 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | C-Max |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2788 mm |