1990 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 68 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX.
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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
