1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 8 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, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | CX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
