1986 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 20 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 839 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.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
