1989 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
