1988 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 13 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 162 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 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | BX | Ignis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |