1990 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
