1989 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | CX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
