1988 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 18 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
