1988 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 560 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
