1988 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
