1989 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 22 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
