1987 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 643 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
