2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | PT Cruiser | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
