1990 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
