1988 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 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. Both 1988 Citroen BX and 2003 Citroen Xsara are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
