1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 405 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | CX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
