1989 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 92 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
