1990 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | CX | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
