1989 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX.
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 Toyota Avensis (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | CX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
