1988 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2012 Peugeot 5008 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. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2735 mm |
