1988 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra 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, 1989 Ford Sierra 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
