1990 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Daewoo Espero
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Espero (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
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, 2005 Daewoo Espero (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Espero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2005 Daewoo Espero | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | CX | Espero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
