1989 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 16 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 150 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.
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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
