1989 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 15 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 180 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, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
