1987 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Rondo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |