1986 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BX | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3020 mm |
