1990 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 14 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 140 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
