1987 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1506 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.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | BX | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
