1988 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 25 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | A7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2914 mm |
