1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1088 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
