1988 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 498 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
