2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
