1988 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 20 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | BX | LR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |