1989 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue 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. Both 1989 Citroen CX and 2010 Nissan Rogue are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 101 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, 2010 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
