1990 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 750 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX. 2010 Kia Sedona 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. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | CX | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
