1987 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | CX | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
