1989 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
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, 2004 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
