2002 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
