1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |