1989 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 405 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
