1989 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
