1990 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 303 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | CX | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |