1989 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
