1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
