1989 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 307 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
