1990 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 22 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 786 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | Vito |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |