1988 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 474 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | BX | Xantia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |