2006 BMW X3 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 18 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 587 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 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
