1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 882 kg more 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | BX | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
