1989 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 21 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2648 mm |
