1989 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 502 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.
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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
