1990 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | A5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
