1988 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 304 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
