1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 927 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
