1988 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 971 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
