1986 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1053 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Compass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
