1989 Citroen CX vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.4 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
