1989 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 236 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | CX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
