1989 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 245 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 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
