1986 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 635 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
