1988 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1988 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, 1994 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | BX | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |