1987 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 16 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 800 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
