1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 270 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
