1989 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
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, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
