1990 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 65 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
