1989 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 250 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
