1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 22 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | BX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
