1989 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 8 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | CX | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |