1990 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 235 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Altea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
