1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 655 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 G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | G |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |