1987 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
