1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | BX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
