1989 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 685 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
