1988 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
