1988 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | F-Type |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |