1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 196 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
