1989 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 17 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000.
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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
