1990 Citroen CX vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | CX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
