1988 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Forte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
