1990 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 456 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | CX | Tucson |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |