1990 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G3 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G3 (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX.
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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2010 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | CX | G3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
