1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 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 (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 366 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.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (136 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
